When Luke Fitzwilliam, a retired police officer, finds himself in the seemingly peaceful English village of Wychwood-under-Ashe, he encounters a woman convinced of a serial killer at work. Dismissed as delusional, she is soon killed in a hit-and-run, sparking Fitzwilliam's investigation into the unnerving string of "accidental" deaths.

Why You Should Read?

• A classic village mystery exploring the darkness hidden beneath a tranquil surface.
• Features a compelling amateur sleuth navigating a series of suspicious "accidents."
• Demonstrates Agatha Christie's mastery of intricate plotting and unexpected turns.
• Highlights the chilling concept that some murders truly are easy to conceal.